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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T100000
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SUMMARY:MV Tick Program at the Edgartown Village Market
DESCRIPTION:The Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program will be at the Edgartown Village Market\, ready to answer your tick questions!\nWhere: 99 Main Street at Daniel Fisher House lawn. Enter off of Main Street. No parking on the premise so please take advantage of our wonderful VTA bus system. \nHours: 10am – 2pm \nCost: Free to the public
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/mv-tick-program-at-the-edgartown-village-market/
LOCATION:Edgartown Village Market\, 99 Main Street\, Edgartown\, MA\, 02539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-06-at-9.07.11-AM.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T140000
DTSTAMP:20260806T131657Z
CREATED:20260806T131657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T131657Z
UID:791910-1785232800-1785247200@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:MV Tick Program at the Edgartown Village Market
DESCRIPTION:The Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program will be at the Edgartown Village Market\, ready to answer your tick questions!\nWhere: 99 Main Street at Daniel Fisher House lawn. Enter off of Main Street. No parking on the premise so please take advantage of our wonderful VTA bus system. \nHours: 10am – 2pm \nCost: Free to the public
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/mv-tick-program-at-the-edgartown-village-market-5/
LOCATION:Edgartown Village Market\, 99 Main Street\, Edgartown\, MA\, 02539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-06-at-9.07.11-AM.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260116T163558Z
CREATED:20260116T163558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163558Z
UID:790496-1784728800-1784736000@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-13/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T140000
DTSTAMP:20260806T131712Z
CREATED:20260806T131712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T131712Z
UID:791912-1784628000-1784642400@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:MV Tick Program at the Edgartown Village Market
DESCRIPTION:The Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program will be at the Edgartown Village Market\, ready to answer your tick questions!\nWhere: 99 Main Street at Daniel Fisher House lawn. Enter off of Main Street. No parking on the premise so please take advantage of our wonderful VTA bus system. \nHours: 10am – 2pm \nCost: Free to the public
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/mv-tick-program-at-the-edgartown-village-market-6/
LOCATION:Edgartown Village Market\, 99 Main Street\, Edgartown\, MA\, 02539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-06-at-9.07.11-AM.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T180000
DTSTAMP:20260324T203312Z
CREATED:20260324T203312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203312Z
UID:790860-1784221200-1784224800@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Alpha-Gal Syndrome Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Click for the: AG Support Group Flyer \n3rd Thursday of each month from 5-6PM \nJoin our Alpha-Gal Support Group for a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges of managing food allergies\, lifestyle changes\, and ongoing health concerns related to Alpha-Gal. \n\nPeer Support & Shared Experiences\nEducation & Coping Strategies\nResources for managing symptoms & navigating care\nA safe\, judgement-free environment\n\nFor more information\, contact: \nCheryl Kram\nClinical Services Supervisor for the VNA of Cape Cod\n508-957-7664
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/alpha-gal-syndrome-support-group-5/
LOCATION:Up Island Council on Aging\, 1042 State Road\, West Tisbury\, MA
CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Public Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-Support-Group-MV.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T190000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213725Z
CREATED:20260729T213521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213725Z
UID:791864-1784052000-1784055600@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Navigating the Alpha-gal Diet [Recording available]
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the Alpha-gal Diet with Prudence Levy\nRecording of webinar: https://vimeo.com/showcase/11413322 \nJoin Prudence Levy\, dietitian and co-owner of Vineyard Nutrition\, for practical guidance on navigating life with Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS). Prudence will be in conversation with local epidemiologist Lea Hamner of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program. Register on the Vineyard Haven Library event calendar here. \n  \nResources Shared in the Webinar\n\n\nVineyard Nutrition website: https://vineyardnutrition.com/\nMartha’s Vineyard Tick Program website: https://islandspublichealth.com/tick-borne-illness/\nAlpha-gal information website: https://alphagalinformation.org/\nRecording of our program with Max Rebarber\, co-founder and CEO of the FIG\, “Managing Food Allergies with the FIG App”: https://vimeo.com/1206223203\nRecording of our program with Dr. Sachin A. Shah\, CEO of Pill Clarity\, “Navigating Medications and Alpha-gal Syndrome”: https://vimeo.com/1080850367\nVimeo showcase of programming related to ticks and tickborne diseases: https://vimeo.com/showcase/11413322?fl=so&fe=fs\nFIG (Food is good) website: https://foodisgood.com/
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/navigating-the-alpha-gal-diet/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Virtual-Navigating-the-Alpha-Gal-Diet-2026-138.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T125702Z
CREATED:20260116T163558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T125702Z
UID:790495-1783519200-1783526400@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:IIPHEC Monthly Advisory Board Meeting
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-12/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260729T212310Z
CREATED:20260729T212310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T212310Z
UID:791855-1782828000-1782831600@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Managing Food Allergies with the FIG App [Recording available]
DESCRIPTION:Managing Food Allergies with the FIG App\nZoom\, recording available here: https://vimeo.com/showcase/11413322. \nJoin Max Rebarber\, co-founder and CEO of the FIG (Food Is Good) website and app\, for a live demonstration of the app and practical tips for using the platform to navigate AGS and other food allergies in everyday life. Max will be in conversation with Lea Hamner of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program. Register on the Vineyard Haven Library event calendar here: https://www.vhlibrary.org/adults.shtml.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/managing-food-allergies-with-the-fig-app/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Managing-Food-Allergies-with-the-FIG-App-2026-143-1.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T210142Z
CREATED:20260729T205333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T210142Z
UID:791839-1782388800-1782392400@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk Thursdays\nWhen: Thursdays\, in May and June\, 12-1pm\nWhere: Virtual (Zoom)\nCost: Free \nTick science can be complicated–but getting answers shouldn’t be. Join the MV Tick Program for weekly\, virtual office hours\, where members of the community can ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and alpha-gal syndrome. These sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. Drop in anytime–whether you have one question or many. (Note that individual medical advice will not be provided.) Register on the Vineyard Haven Library events calendar here.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Inter-Islands-Collaborative-Marthas-Vineyard-Tall-Tick-Tales.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T160000
DTSTAMP:20260116T163558Z
CREATED:20260116T163558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163558Z
UID:790494-1782309600-1782316800@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-11/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T180000
DTSTAMP:20260324T203241Z
CREATED:20260324T203241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203241Z
UID:790858-1781802000-1781805600@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Alpha-Gal Syndrome Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Click for the: AG Support Group Flyer \n3rd Thursday of each month from 5-6PM \nJoin our Alpha-Gal Support Group for a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges of managing food allergies\, lifestyle changes\, and ongoing health concerns related to Alpha-Gal. \n\nPeer Support & Shared Experiences\nEducation & Coping Strategies\nResources for managing symptoms & navigating care\nA safe\, judgement-free environment\n\nFor more information\, contact: \nCheryl Kram\nClinical Services Supervisor for the VNA of Cape Cod\n508-957-7664
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/alpha-gal-syndrome-support-group-4/
LOCATION:Up Island Council on Aging\, 1042 State Road\, West Tisbury\, MA
CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Public Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-Support-Group-MV.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T210108Z
CREATED:20260729T205424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T210108Z
UID:791843-1781784000-1781787600@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk Thursdays\nWhen: Thursdays\, in May and June\, 12-1pm\nWhere: Virtual (Zoom)\nCost: Free \nTick science can be complicated–but getting answers shouldn’t be. Join the MV Tick Program for weekly\, virtual office hours\, where members of the community can ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and alpha-gal syndrome. These sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. Drop in anytime–whether you have one question or many. (Note that individual medical advice will not be provided.) Register on the Vineyard Haven Library events calendar here.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-2/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Inter-Islands-Collaborative-Marthas-Vineyard-Tall-Tick-Tales.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T210042Z
CREATED:20260729T205539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T210042Z
UID:791845-1781179200-1781182800@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk Thursdays\nWhen: Thursdays\, in May and June\, 12-1pm\nWhere: Virtual (Zoom)\nCost: Free \nTick science can be complicated–but getting answers shouldn’t be. Join the MV Tick Program for weekly\, virtual office hours\, where members of the community can ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and alpha-gal syndrome. These sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. Drop in anytime–whether you have one question or many. (Note that individual medical advice will not be provided.) Register on the Vineyard Haven Library events calendar here.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-3/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Inter-Islands-Collaborative-Marthas-Vineyard-Tall-Tick-Tales.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T160000
DTSTAMP:20260116T163558Z
CREATED:20260116T163558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163558Z
UID:790493-1781100000-1781107200@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-10/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T210002Z
CREATED:20260729T205641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T210002Z
UID:791847-1780574400-1780578000@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk Thursdays\nWhen: Thursdays\, in May and June\, 12-1pm\nWhere: Virtual (Zoom)\nCost: Free \nTick science can be complicated–but getting answers shouldn’t be. Join the MV Tick Program for weekly\, virtual office hours\, where members of the community can ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and alpha-gal syndrome. These sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. Drop in anytime–whether you have one question or many. (Note that individual medical advice will not be provided.) Register on the Vineyard Haven Library events calendar here.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-4/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Inter-Islands-Collaborative-Marthas-Vineyard-Tall-Tick-Tales.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T161806Z
CREATED:20260429T204926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T161806Z
UID:791550-1779991200-1779994800@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:[Rescheduled] Ticked Off: Public Health's Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal Syndrome
DESCRIPTION:[Rescheduled] Ticked Off: Public Health’s Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal Syndrome\nThis event has been rescheduled due to conflicts with the Aquinnah Town Meeting. \nJoin Lea Hamner\, epidemiologist with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program\, for a conversation about the growing public health response to Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS)\, a tick-associated condition now designated as a reportable disease in Massachusetts. Lea will explain what this shift means for disease tracking\, clinical care\, and community understanding. The program also addresses a common misconception: a positive Alpha-Gal test alone does not make an allergy diagnosis\, and diagnosis requires the presence of allergic symptoms. By clarifying how AGS is identified\, tracked\, and understood\, this program offers important context for a condition that continues to raise questions across the Island and beyond. \nWHERE: Aquinnah Public Library\, 1 Church St\, Aquinnah\, MA 02535 \nWHEN: [RESCHEDULED] May 28\, 2026 from 6pm-7pm \nCOST: Free! \n  \n 
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/ticked-off-public-healths-role-in-understanding-and-tracking-alpha-gal-syndrome/
LOCATION:Aquinnah Public Library\, 1 Church St\, Aquinnah\, MA\, 02535\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Aquinnah-AGS-Talk-scaled.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260727T121931Z
CREATED:20260420T172927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T121931Z
UID:790965-1779969600-1779973200@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays on Zoom\, 12-1pm
DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk: Community Q&A with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick ProgramDescription:Tick science can be complicated—but getting answers shouldn’t be.\nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program is hosting weekly open office hours as a space for the community to ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and Alpha-gal syndrome. \nThese sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. If we don’t have an answer on the spot\, we’ll help find it. \nDrop in anytime—whether you have one question or many. \n*Note that individual medical advice will not be provided. Please consult your medical provider if you have questions about your own health.\n\n\n\nRegister at the Vineyard Haven Library Events Calendar. The same Zoom link will be used each Thursday.\n\nThis event will run on Thursdays from April 30 - May 28\, 2026\, 12pm-1pm.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-on-zoom-12-1pm-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Public Health,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Tick-Talk-Thursdays-2026-Instagram-Post-5-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T160000
DTSTAMP:20260116T163557Z
CREATED:20260116T163557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163557Z
UID:790492-1779890400-1779897600@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-9/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T180000
DTSTAMP:20260727T121935Z
CREATED:20260420T180625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T121935Z
UID:791005-1779814800-1779818400@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Ticks on the Vineyard: What we Know\, In-Person Panel
DESCRIPTION:Ticks on the Vineyard: What We KnowHosted by the Martha's Vineyard Museum \nTicks have become an everyday part of life on Martha’s Vineyard—but understanding how they move\, how risk is changing\, and what actually helps can still feel uncertain. This updated online lecture series brings together local experts in public health\, medicine\, ecology\, and community prevention to share the latest information about ticks on the Island—and how that knowledge can help us make informed decisions outdoors. \nAcross the series\, speakers explore ticks from multiple perspectives\, including changing environmental patterns\, emerging health conditions\, clinical care\, and community-based prevention strategies. Each program is designed to translate evolving science into clear\, practical information grounded in local experience. \nThis series is intended for residents\, outdoor workers\, families\, healthcare providers\, and anyone seeking reliable\, Island-specific insight into tick-borne disease. The goal is not fear\, but understanding—because informed awareness remains one of the most effective tools we have. \n------------------------- \nSingle speaker events are virtual\, on Zoom\, from 5:00-6:00pm. The final event is an in-person panel of all speakers at Martha's Vineyard Museum. Admission is $10 per event\, or $50 for the full series.Full series details available on the Martha's Vineyard Museum here: https://mvmuseum.org/events/ticks-on-the-vineyard-series/ \n------------------------- \n\n\nTHE SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 29The Changing Tick Landscape: Prevention & Practical StepsSpeaker: Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Director of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program and Public Health Biologist with the Inter-Island Public Health Excellence Collaboration.Public health biologist Patrick Roden-Reynolds shares the latest data on tick activity across the Island and practical steps for prevention. \nMay 7Ticked Off: Public Health’s Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal SyndromeSpeaker: Lea Hamner\, MPH\, Epidemiologist with the Martha's Vineyard Tick ProgramLearn how Alpha-Gal Syndrome is tracked and understood in public health\, and what new reporting means for the Vineyard. \nMay 14Alpha-gal Syndrome: What You Need to Know (and How to Cook for It!)Speaker: Led by Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, MS\, PA-C\, a clinician and educator with more than 17 years of emergency room experience.A clinician and local chef explore Alpha-Gal Syndrome\, offering medical insight and practical cooking strategies. \nMay 21TICK FREE MV: What the Aerial Deer Survey Reveals About TicksSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Executive Director of TICK FREE MVExplore results from the Island’s aerial deer survey and what they reveal about tick populations and disease risk. \nMay 26LIVE & IN PERSON – The Tick Panel: What’s New\, What’s True\, and How to Stay SafeSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Chef Gina StanleyA panel of local experts shares the latest updates on ticks\, prevention\, and Alpha-Gal\, with audience Q&A. \n  \n 
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/ticks-on-the-vineyard-what-we-know-in-person-panel/
LOCATION:Martha’s Vineyard Museum\, 151 Lagoon Pond Road\, Vineyard Haven\, MA\, 02568\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Series-Website-logos-12-1.avif
ORGANIZER;CN="Martha's Vineyard Museum":MAILTO:info@mvmuseum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T180000
DTSTAMP:20260727T121935Z
CREATED:20260420T180353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T121935Z
UID:790996-1779382800-1779386400@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Ticks on the Vineyard: What we Know w/ Virginia Barbatti
DESCRIPTION:Ticks on the Vineyard: What We KnowHosted by the Martha's Vineyard Museum \nTicks have become an everyday part of life on Martha’s Vineyard—but understanding how they move\, how risk is changing\, and what actually helps can still feel uncertain. This updated online lecture series brings together local experts in public health\, medicine\, ecology\, and community prevention to share the latest information about ticks on the Island—and how that knowledge can help us make informed decisions outdoors. \nAcross the series\, speakers explore ticks from multiple perspectives\, including changing environmental patterns\, emerging health conditions\, clinical care\, and community-based prevention strategies. Each program is designed to translate evolving science into clear\, practical information grounded in local experience. \nThis series is intended for residents\, outdoor workers\, families\, healthcare providers\, and anyone seeking reliable\, Island-specific insight into tick-borne disease. The goal is not fear\, but understanding—because informed awareness remains one of the most effective tools we have. \n------------------------- \nSingle speaker events are virtual\, on Zoom\, from 5:00-6:00pm. The final event is an in-person panel of all speakers at Martha's Vineyard Museum. Admission is $10 per event\, or $50 for the full series.Full series details available on the Martha's Vineyard Museum here: https://mvmuseum.org/events/ticks-on-the-vineyard-series/ \n------------------------- \n\n\nTHE SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 29The Changing Tick Landscape: Prevention & Practical StepsSpeaker: Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Director of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program and Public Health Biologist with the Inter-Island Public Health Excellence Collaboration.Public health biologist Patrick Roden-Reynolds shares the latest data on tick activity across the Island and practical steps for prevention. \nMay 7Ticked Off: Public Health’s Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal SyndromeSpeaker: Lea Hamner\, MPH\, Epidemiologist with the Martha's Vineyard Tick ProgramLearn how Alpha-Gal Syndrome is tracked and understood in public health\, and what new reporting means for the Vineyard. \nMay 14Alpha-gal Syndrome: What You Need to Know (and How to Cook for It!)Speaker: Led by Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, MS\, PA-C\, a clinician and educator with more than 17 years of emergency room experience.A clinician and local chef explore Alpha-Gal Syndrome\, offering medical insight and practical cooking strategies. \nMay 21TICK FREE MV: What the Aerial Deer Survey Reveals About TicksSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Executive Director of TICK FREE MVExplore results from the Island’s aerial deer survey and what they reveal about tick populations and disease risk. \nMay 26LIVE & IN PERSON – The Tick Panel: What’s New\, What’s True\, and How to Stay SafeSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Chef Gina StanleyA panel of local experts shares the latest updates on ticks\, prevention\, and Alpha-Gal\, with audience Q&A. \n  \n 
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/ticks-on-the-vineyard-what-we-know-w-virginia-barbatti/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Series-Website-logos-12-1.avif
ORGANIZER;CN="Martha's Vineyard Museum":MAILTO:info@mvmuseum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T180000
DTSTAMP:20260324T203213Z
CREATED:20260324T203213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203213Z
UID:790856-1779382800-1779386400@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Alpha-Gal Syndrome Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Click for the: AG Support Group Flyer \n3rd Thursday of each month from 5-6PM \nJoin our Alpha-Gal Support Group for a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges of managing food allergies\, lifestyle changes\, and ongoing health concerns related to Alpha-Gal. \n\nPeer Support & Shared Experiences\nEducation & Coping Strategies\nResources for managing symptoms & navigating care\nA safe\, judgement-free environment\n\nFor more information\, contact: \nCheryl Kram\nClinical Services Supervisor for the VNA of Cape Cod\n508-957-7664
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/alpha-gal-syndrome-support-group-3/
LOCATION:Up Island Council on Aging\, 1042 State Road\, West Tisbury\, MA
CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Public Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-Support-Group-MV.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260727T121930Z
CREATED:20260420T172846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T121930Z
UID:790962-1779364800-1779368400@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays on Zoom\, 12-1pm
DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk: Community Q&A with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick ProgramDescription:Tick science can be complicated—but getting answers shouldn’t be.\nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program is hosting weekly open office hours as a space for the community to ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and Alpha-gal syndrome. \nThese sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. If we don’t have an answer on the spot\, we’ll help find it. \nDrop in anytime—whether you have one question or many. \n*Note that individual medical advice will not be provided. Please consult your medical provider if you have questions about your own health.\n\n\n\nRegister at the Vineyard Haven Library Events Calendar. The same Zoom link will be used each Thursday.\n\nThis event will run on Thursdays from April 30 - May 28\, 2026\, 12pm-1pm.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-on-zoom-12-1pm-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Public Health,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Tick-Talk-Thursdays-2026-Instagram-Post-5-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
DTSTAMP:20260727T121934Z
CREATED:20260420T180041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T121934Z
UID:790997-1778778000-1778781600@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Ticks on the Vineyard: What we Know w/ Aubrey Ryan
DESCRIPTION:Ticks on the Vineyard: What We KnowHosted by the Martha's Vineyard Museum \nTicks have become an everyday part of life on Martha’s Vineyard—but understanding how they move\, how risk is changing\, and what actually helps can still feel uncertain. This updated online lecture series brings together local experts in public health\, medicine\, ecology\, and community prevention to share the latest information about ticks on the Island—and how that knowledge can help us make informed decisions outdoors. \nAcross the series\, speakers explore ticks from multiple perspectives\, including changing environmental patterns\, emerging health conditions\, clinical care\, and community-based prevention strategies. Each program is designed to translate evolving science into clear\, practical information grounded in local experience. \nThis series is intended for residents\, outdoor workers\, families\, healthcare providers\, and anyone seeking reliable\, Island-specific insight into tick-borne disease. The goal is not fear\, but understanding—because informed awareness remains one of the most effective tools we have. \n------------------------- \nSingle speaker events are virtual\, on Zoom\, from 5:00-6:00pm. The final event is an in-person panel of all speakers at Martha's Vineyard Museum. Admission is $10 per event\, or $50 for the full series.Full series details available on the Martha's Vineyard Museum here: https://mvmuseum.org/events/ticks-on-the-vineyard-series/ \n------------------------- \n\n\nTHE SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 29The Changing Tick Landscape: Prevention & Practical StepsSpeaker: Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Director of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program and Public Health Biologist with the Inter-Island Public Health Excellence Collaboration.Public health biologist Patrick Roden-Reynolds shares the latest data on tick activity across the Island and practical steps for prevention. \nMay 7Ticked Off: Public Health’s Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal SyndromeSpeaker: Lea Hamner\, MPH\, Epidemiologist with the Martha's Vineyard Tick ProgramLearn how Alpha-Gal Syndrome is tracked and understood in public health\, and what new reporting means for the Vineyard. \nMay 14Alpha-gal Syndrome: What You Need to Know (and How to Cook for It!)Speaker: Led by Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, MS\, PA-C\, a clinician and educator with more than 17 years of emergency room experience.A clinician and local chef explore Alpha-Gal Syndrome\, offering medical insight and practical cooking strategies. \nMay 21TICK FREE MV: What the Aerial Deer Survey Reveals About TicksSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Executive Director of TICK FREE MVExplore results from the Island’s aerial deer survey and what they reveal about tick populations and disease risk. \nMay 26LIVE & IN PERSON – The Tick Panel: What’s New\, What’s True\, and How to Stay SafeSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Chef Gina StanleyA panel of local experts shares the latest updates on ticks\, prevention\, and Alpha-Gal\, with audience Q&A. \n  \n 
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/ticks-on-the-vineyard-what-we-know-w-aubrey-ryan/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Series-Website-logos-12-1.avif
ORGANIZER;CN="Martha's Vineyard Museum":MAILTO:info@mvmuseum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260727T121929Z
CREATED:20260420T172811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T121929Z
UID:790960-1778760000-1778763600@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays on Zoom\, 12-1pm
DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk: Community Q&A with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick ProgramDescription:Tick science can be complicated—but getting answers shouldn’t be.\nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program is hosting weekly open office hours as a space for the community to ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and Alpha-gal syndrome. \nThese sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. If we don’t have an answer on the spot\, we’ll help find it. \nDrop in anytime—whether you have one question or many. \n*Note that individual medical advice will not be provided. Please consult your medical provider if you have questions about your own health.\n\n\n\nRegister at the Vineyard Haven Library Events Calendar. The same Zoom link will be used each Thursday.\n\nThis event will run on Thursdays from April 30 - May 28\, 2026\, 12pm-1pm.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-on-zoom-12-1pm-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Public Health,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Tick-Talk-Thursdays-2026-Instagram-Post-5-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T173421Z
CREATED:20260501T172844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T173421Z
UID:791556-1778691600-1778695200@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Permethrin-treated clothing with Insect Shield
DESCRIPTION:Permethrin-treated clothing with Insect Shield\n\nWHEN: Wednesday\, May 13\, 5:00 PM\nWHERE: Online\, hosted by Vineyard Haven Library –> REGISTER HERE\n\n\nJoin Jason Griffin\, President of Insect Shield\, to share information about the use of permethrin-treated clothing for the prevention of tick bites and tick-borne diseases. This program is hosted by the Vineyard Haven Library in collaboration with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program. The virtual program will be held via Zoom at 5:00 pm on Wednesday\, May 13th. Interested patrons may register on the Vineyard Haven Library’s event calendar. \nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program has long recommended permethrin-treated clothing as its number one tick-bite prevention method. See our Prevent the Bite page for all of our tips and tricks! Yet many still have questions about this tool. Join Jason Griffin\, president of Insect Shield\, and the MV Tick Program for a virtual Q&A about the innovation and technology behind permethrin-treated clothing\, its long-established safety record for human use\, and the benefits of long-term permethrin-treatment in preventing tick bites. Insect Shield achieved the first-ever EPA Registration for long-term permethrin treatment of clothing\, providing treated clothing to 30+ outdoor suppliers\, and supporting human health worldwide. \nJason Griffin joined Insect Shield in October 2002 as the vice president of strategic marketing. He helped manage the military and brand partner business for several years. He subsequently started and led the direct channel as the president of Insect Shield International\, LLC. Prior to joining Insect Shield\, Griffin served in several management positions at Dobson Cellular Systems\, Inc. including acquisitions manager\, market manager\, and finally national sales director. Griffin holds a Bachelor of Science in engineering science/management of technology from Vanderbilt University and is a graduate of Woodberry Forest School. He has served on the finance committee at Canterbury School which his two children attended. \nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick-borne Illness Reduction Initiative (aka the Tick Program) is dedicated to reducing the number of ticks and tick-borne illnesses on Martha’s Vineyard through education\, advocacy\, and cooperation with other organizations and individuals. First founded in 2011 by Dick Johnson\, current Tick Program staff include tick & deer biologist Patrick Roden-Reynolds and epidemiologist Lea Hamner.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/permethrin-treated-clothing-with-insect-shield/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/blog-insect-shield.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T160000
DTSTAMP:20260116T163557Z
CREATED:20260116T163557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163557Z
UID:790491-1778680800-1778688000@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-8/
LOCATION:MA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260727T121933Z
CREATED:20260420T175938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T121933Z
UID:790993-1778173200-1778176800@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Ticks on the Vineyard: What we Know w/ Lea Hamner
DESCRIPTION:Ticks on the Vineyard: What We KnowHosted by the Martha's Vineyard Museum \nTicks have become an everyday part of life on Martha’s Vineyard—but understanding how they move\, how risk is changing\, and what actually helps can still feel uncertain. This updated online lecture series brings together local experts in public health\, medicine\, ecology\, and community prevention to share the latest information about ticks on the Island—and how that knowledge can help us make informed decisions outdoors. \nAcross the series\, speakers explore ticks from multiple perspectives\, including changing environmental patterns\, emerging health conditions\, clinical care\, and community-based prevention strategies. Each program is designed to translate evolving science into clear\, practical information grounded in local experience. \nThis series is intended for residents\, outdoor workers\, families\, healthcare providers\, and anyone seeking reliable\, Island-specific insight into tick-borne disease. The goal is not fear\, but understanding—because informed awareness remains one of the most effective tools we have. \n------------------------- \nSingle speaker events are virtual\, on Zoom\, from 5:00-6:00pm. The final event is an in-person panel of all speakers at Martha's Vineyard Museum. Admission is $10 per event\, or $50 for the full series.Full series details available on the Martha's Vineyard Museum here: https://mvmuseum.org/events/ticks-on-the-vineyard-series/ \n------------------------- \n\n\nTHE SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 29The Changing Tick Landscape: Prevention & Practical StepsSpeaker: Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Director of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program and Public Health Biologist with the Inter-Island Public Health Excellence Collaboration.Public health biologist Patrick Roden-Reynolds shares the latest data on tick activity across the Island and practical steps for prevention. \nMay 7Ticked Off: Public Health’s Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal SyndromeSpeaker: Lea Hamner\, MPH\, Epidemiologist with the Martha's Vineyard Tick ProgramLearn how Alpha-Gal Syndrome is tracked and understood in public health\, and what new reporting means for the Vineyard. \nMay 14Alpha-gal Syndrome: What You Need to Know (and How to Cook for It!)Speaker: Led by Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, MS\, PA-C\, a clinician and educator with more than 17 years of emergency room experience.A clinician and local chef explore Alpha-Gal Syndrome\, offering medical insight and practical cooking strategies. \nMay 21TICK FREE MV: What the Aerial Deer Survey Reveals About TicksSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Executive Director of TICK FREE MVExplore results from the Island’s aerial deer survey and what they reveal about tick populations and disease risk. \nMay 26LIVE & IN PERSON – The Tick Panel: What’s New\, What’s True\, and How to Stay SafeSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Chef Gina StanleyA panel of local experts shares the latest updates on ticks\, prevention\, and Alpha-Gal\, with audience Q&A. \n  \n 
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/ticks-on-the-vineyard-what-we-know-public-health-ags-reporting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Series-Website-logos-12-1.avif
ORGANIZER;CN="Martha's Vineyard Museum":MAILTO:info@mvmuseum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260727T121928Z
CREATED:20260420T172730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T121928Z
UID:790958-1778155200-1778158800@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays on Zoom\, 12-1pm
DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk: Community Q&A with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick ProgramDescription:Tick science can be complicated—but getting answers shouldn’t be.\nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program is hosting weekly open office hours as a space for the community to ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and Alpha-gal syndrome. \nThese sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. If we don’t have an answer on the spot\, we’ll help find it. \nDrop in anytime—whether you have one question or many. \n*Note that individual medical advice will not be provided. Please consult your medical provider if you have questions about your own health.\n\n\n\nRegister at the Vineyard Haven Library Events Calendar. The same Zoom link will be used each Thursday.\n\nThis event will run on Thursdays from April 30 - May 28\, 2026\, 12pm-1pm.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-on-zoom-12-1pm-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Public Health,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Tick-Talk-Thursdays-2026-Instagram-Post-5-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T150000
DTSTAMP:20260727T121938Z
CREATED:20260424T120455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T121938Z
UID:791403-1777557600-1777561200@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Tick Free MV: 2026 Aerial Deer Survey Results Briefing and Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Tick Free MV's 2026 Aerial Deer Survey Results: A Briefing & Panel DiscussionJoin the Tick Free Martha's Vineyard for an upcoming public briefing and panel discussion following the release of the 2026 Aerial Deer Survey report. This event will bring together local and state experts to discuss key findings and take questions from the community. \nPanelists include: \n\nVirginia Barbatti\, Executive Director\, Tick Free MV (Moderator)\nMartin Feehan\, Deer & Moose Biologist\, MassWildlife\nPatrick Roden-Reynolds\, Public Health Biologist & Director\, MV Tick Program \nAdditional speakers to be announced\n\nAdditional Information: \n\nRead the full report & cover letter: tickfreemv.org/deer-survey\nSubmit questions in advance: info@tickfreemv.org\nFree admission | Open to the public | No registration required\nIf you’re unable to attend\, the event will be recorded and made available at a later date.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-free-mv-2026-aerial-deer-survey-results-briefing-and-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Agricultural Hall (West Tisbury)\, 35 Panhandle Rd\, West Tisbury\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Ticks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-24-at-7.55.13-AM.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Tick Free Martha's Vineyard":MAILTO:info@tickfreemv.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260727T121927Z
CREATED:20260420T172202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T121927Z
UID:790936-1777550400-1777554000@islandspublichealth.com
SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays on Zoom\, 12-1pm
DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk: Community Q&A with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick ProgramDescription:Tick science can be complicated—but getting answers shouldn’t be.\nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program is hosting weekly open office hours as a space for the community to ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and Alpha-gal syndrome. \nThese sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. If we don’t have an answer on the spot\, we’ll help find it. \nDrop in anytime—whether you have one question or many. \n*Note that individual medical advice will not be provided. Please consult your medical provider if you have questions about your own health.\n\n\n\nRegister at the Vineyard Haven Library Events Calendar. The same Zoom link will be used each Thursday.\n\nThis event will run on Thursdays from April 30 - May 28\, 2026\, 12pm-1pm.
URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-on-zoom-12-1pm/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Public Health,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Tick-Talk-Thursdays-2026-Instagram-Post-5-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR